Outpatient Physical Therapist (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush • Joliet, IL

10d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist to join its rehabilitation team at the Joliet, Illinois clinic. The role plans, implements, and evaluates patient care programs designed to increase, maintain, or restore function, minimize or prevent disability, and help patients achieve their maximum performance levels. The position is available on a full-time or part-time basis.

The physical therapist evaluates patients, establishes diagnoses and functional treatment goals, and develops and delivers detailed care plans. The role also involves providing excellent patient service, building relationships with patients and the community, communicating with referring physicians and other referral sources, maintaining clinical documentation and patient confidentiality, and contributing to positive, professional working relationships.

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a compensation and benefits package, mentorship and career-growth opportunities, reasonable productivity requirements, and access to orthopedic and sports physical therapy residencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current State of Illinois Physical Therapy license or willingness to apply.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and gather information to determine accurate clinical diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Establish appropriate, functional, and objective goals based on clinical examination.
• Devise detailed treatment and care plans for patients.
• Provide exceptional patient care and service.
• Maintain friendly and cordial relations with clients and employees and contribute to a positive, respectful working atmosphere.
• Cultivate relationships with patients and the community.
• Communicate continuously with referring physicians and other referral sources to support a consistent level of care.
• Maintain patient charts, clinical logs, and checklists required for compliance.
• Protect the confidentiality of patient medical records in accordance with company policies and HIPAA guidelines.
• Communicate professionally.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

• Annual bonus plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with employer contribution.
• Pet insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-advantaged accounts, including FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
• HSA employer contribution when enrolled in a high-deductible health plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Continuing education allowance of up to $2,500 annualized.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Strong mentorship program.
• Orthopedic and sports physical therapy residencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time